Technology Public Relations Lead — Hybrid NYC

Interpublic

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 88,000 - 145,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

FleishmanHillard in New York, NY, is seeking a dynamic Managing Supervisor for its Technology team. This hybrid role focuses on developing and executing communications programs for B2B and B2C tech clients, leading campaigns and mentoring junior staff.

You will own media relations, strategic planning, and content creation to deliver measurable results. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in tech-focused PR, a bachelor’s in PR/communications/journalism, and strong writing, leadership, and analytics

Qualifications

A minimum of 6+ years of public relations agency experience, with an emphasis on technology and/or corporate communications.
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or related field.
Strong media relations skills and knowledge of media trends and issues and strong understanding of media environment.
Excellent writing and editing abilities.
Demonstrated self-starter with a track record of driving projects forward and course-correcting when things shift.
Creative thinker who can develop original concepts and storylines independently, not just execute against briefs handed down by senior staff.
Equally comfortable operating in white space and ambiguity as in executing precisely against tight parameters, mandated messaging, or strict brand standards.
A collaborative team member, with strong project management and problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
An ability to work well within a team environment, complementing senior leads and managing junior staff.
Analytical thinking and an ability to understand complex industries and business concepts quickly.
Familiarity with AI tools and a willingness to incorporate these into everyday client work.

Responsibilities

Build traditional and nontraditional media relations strategies, manage and execute campaigns and projects with a team, for clients in the B2B and B2C technology sectors.
Identify and pursue proactive opportunities (story angles, rapid response opps, newsjacking moments, etc.) without waiting to be asked, bringing a clear point of view on how to capitalize.
Work with senior members of the team to help oversee projects, connect dots across tech accounts, and provide client counsel.
Be flexible and facilitate teamwork within account team; coordinate team resources and create opportunities for junior staff to take on more responsibility.
Write and edit communications materials that capture relevant audiences and reflect an understanding of clients’ businesses – ranging from internal to external documents, including pitches, plans, memos, research, written content, media materials.
Support strategic campaigns aligned with client objectives.